CALCIUM 500+D

Drug Name: CALCIUM 500+D

CALCIUM 500+D DESCRIPTION:
CALCIUM SUPPLEMENT WITH VITAMIN D - ORAL

COMMON CALCIUM 500+D BRAND NAME(S):
Citracal + D, Os-Cal, Oyster Shell + D

CALCIUM 500+D SIDE EFFECTS:
CALCIUM 500+D is generally well tolerated. Constipation may occur. Notify your doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, dry mouth, increased thirst or increased urination while taking CALCIUM 500+D. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE CALCIUM 500+D:
CALCIUM 500+D: Take CALCIUM 500+D orally as directed. It is best taken with or just after a meal to improve absorption. Take each dose with a full glass of water.

CALCIUM 500+D USES:
Calcium plays a critical role in the body. It is essential for normal functioning of nerves, cells, muscle and bone. Vitamin D improves the absorption of calcium into the body. Calcium supplements are used to treat or prevent low blood calcium levels. Calcium may be prescribed for treatment of osteoporosis (bone loss), osteomalacia (brittle bones), rickets, tetany, parathyroid disease. Calcium supplements are often used to ensure an adequate dietary intake in conditions such as pregnancy, nursing, kidney disease, pancreatitis or during therapy with anti-seizure medications.

CALCIUM 500+D PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor if you have any pre-existing heart disease or kidney stones. CALCIUM 500+D should be used as directed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding.

CALCIUM 500+D DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take especially digoxin and tetracycline antibiotic. Avoid taking any tetracycline antibiotic within 1 to 2 hours of taking calcium since calcium may interfere with the absorption of tetracycline. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

CALCIUM 500+D OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea and vomiting, severe drowsiness, dry mouth, loss of appetite, metallic taste, stomach cramps, unconsciousness, diarrhea, weakness, headache, constipation, dizziness, or irritability.

CALCIUM 500+D NOTES:
Calcium supplements are available in different forms which vary in the amount of calcium they contain. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to help select the best product for you. Follow any dietary guidelines recommended.

MISSED CALCIUM 500+D DOSE:
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; if it is near the time for the next dose, take both the missed dose and the regular scheduled dose then resume your usual dosing schedule.

CALCIUM 500+D STORAGE:
Store tablets and capsules at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom.